Top 10
Weight Loss Myths
Have you sometimes felt confused about weight loss and nutrition guides that
should help you take the right decisions about your health, yet for some reason
they don't? Here are some of the most frequent weight loss theories, and their
rebuttals.
Myth 1: If you want to lose
weight, a fad diet is the best choice.
Not always true. Fad diets
usually promise fast weight loss or make you cut down on certain foods. Fad
diets may be unhealthy because they prevent your system from getting all its
necessary nutrients. The best way to lose weight is to eat healthy and work
out, according to researchers.
Myth 2: Lose weight by
skipping meals.
False. If you do that, you`ll end
up eating more snacks. Studies proved that people who don`t eat breakfast are
heavier unlike those who eat breakfast regularly.
Myth 3: I can eat anything I
want and lose weight at the same time.
This is not always true. However,
some dieters may actually be able to eat whatever they want and still stay in
shape. When you try to lose weight you may eat some of your favorite foods
while you pay attention to the amount of your food intake.
Myth 4: Never eat after 8.00
p.m. or you`ll gain weight.
False. The most important is how
much you eat and how much you exercise, not when you eat. Don`t eat snacks
while watching TV, using the computer, or playing video games. You need to be
aware of how much you eat, and when you're doing something else while eating,
you may lose track of how much you're eating.
Myth 5: Certain foods help you
burn fats.
Not really true. Certain foods
that contain caffeine can enhance your metabolism for a short while. However,
those foods do not result in weight loss, or make you burn fats.
Myth 6: Herbal weight loss products are efficient and safe for your health.
Not really true. Weight loss
products are not necessarily safe just because they are "herbal," or
"natural" . Many herbal products that claim to help you lose weight
are not always scientifically tested for safety or efficiency. Certain natural
products may cause negative effects along with other drugs or have unwanted
effects on people with certain medical conditions.
Myth 7: Nuts should be avoided
during a weight loss program.
Not always true. Some types of
nuts contain saturated fats that may increase the level of cholesterol and the
risk of heart disease. Other types of nuts also contain fiber, proteins, and
don`t have cholesterol. They can be a part of a good weight loss program while
they are consumed in small amounts.
Myth 8: Red meat is not the
best choice for weight loss.
Not always true. Foods like red
meat, fish, chicken, or pork contain saturated fats, cholesterol, but also
protein, zinc, and iron. However, lean meat is indicated for a weight loss
plan.
Myth 9: Vegetables and fresh
fruits are better than frozen products.
Not always true. Both frozen and
fresh fruits and vegetables are healthy. Fresh fruits can sometimes lose
nutrients after light exposure.
Myth 10: Fast foods are always
unhealthy.
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